So God Made a Farmer

Ok ya'll, I am going to be 100% honest with you and throw something out there...I don't care for football. Not even in the least little bit. I see football players as a bunch of barbaric men with testosterone issues. I understand it takes athletic ability, skill as well as some major dedication but none the less, football is garbage. I apologize if I am offending anyone out there but just hear me out.

Professional football players typically make around $1.9 million for a season that consists of 17 weeks and 16 games. That comes out to about $118,750.00 per game. To me, that just seems a tad ridiculous. These professional athletes spend a few years in the spot light and walk away with more money than most people could ever dream of making in a lifetime.

I believe football is good for one thing...the Super Bowl! If you are like me and only watch football when the Super Bowl comes around you understand that it isn’t the game that's worth watching. We are merely watching the Super Bowl for the half time show and the commercials.This year, the Super Bowl left me with goosebumps but it wasn't from the power outage or the close game. After watching two commercials in particular I realized I didn’t just waste four hours of my Sunday night.

The Budweiser commercial is a given. You have the iconic Clydesdale horse displayed in a tender commercial that that demonstrated the delicate connection between man and horse. I will admit to being wrong about a lot of things but one thing I know for sure is that there is something so special about the bond between a man and a horse.

Then you have the Dodge commercial. I don't think I have ever been left with such emotion after watching a two minute commercial. The late Paul Harvey narrated his "So God Made a Farmer" speech which he gave at the National Future Farmers of America Convention in 1978. Dodge really outdid themselves. What better way to put it all into perspective. What better time to thank our farmers than during the most watched TV event in the United States.

And on the 8th day, God looked down on his planned paradise and said, “I need a caretaker.” So God made a farmer.

God said, “I need somebody willing to get up before dawn, milk cows, work all day in the fields, milk cows again, eat supper and then go to town and stay past midnight at a meeting of the school board.” So God made a farmer.

“I need somebody with arms strong enough to rustle a calf and yet gentle enough to deliver his own grandchild. Somebody to call hogs, tame cantankerous machinery, come home hungry, have to wait lunch until his wife’s done feeding visiting ladies and tell the ladies to be sure and come back real soon — and mean it.” So God made a farmer.

God said, “I need somebody willing to sit up all night with a newborn colt. And watch it die. Then dry his eyes and say, ‘Maybe next year.’ I need somebody who can shape an ax handle from a persimmon sprout, shoe a horse with a hunk of car tire, who can make harness out of haywire, feed sacks and shoe scraps. And who, planting time and harvest season, will finish his forty-hour week by Tuesday noon, then, pain’n from ‘tractor back,’ put in another seventy-two hours.” So God made a farmer.

God had to have somebody willing to ride the ruts at double speed to get the hay in ahead of the rain clouds and yet stop in mid-field and race to help when he sees the first smoke from a neighbor’s place. So God made a farmer.

God said, “I need somebody strong enough to clear trees and heave bails, yet gentle enough to tame lambs and wean pigs and tend the pink-combed pullets, who will stop his mower for an hour to splint the broken leg of a meadow lark. It had to be somebody who’d plow deep and straight and not cut corners. Somebody to seed, weed, feed, breed and rake and disc and plow and plant and tie the fleece and strain the milk and replenish the self-feeder and finish a hard week’s work with a five-mile drive to church.

“Somebody who’d bale a family together with the soft strong bonds of sharing, who would laugh and then sigh, and then reply, with smiling eyes, when his son says he wants to spend his life ‘doing what dad does.’” So God made a farmer.




After watching that commercial I wanted to jump and shout to the world that my husband is a farmer. I’ve never felt such pride in the fact of being a farmer’s wife until that commercial was plastered across millions of T.Vs in America.  That commercial advertised the cold hard facts about the life of a farmer. The dedication, the time, the patience, the perseverance, the knowledge and the work ethic that it takes to be a farmer is something many do not understand...until that one commercial.

So now on to why I don't think football players are worth the $1.9 million. On average, a crop farmer brings in between $20,000-$75,000 in one years time.My husband is a farmer that works dawn till dusk. He is a strong man with true compassion for not only others but animals as well. He has the patience to work on equipment into the wee hours of the morning. He is a Godly man with real down home values. God made farmers to be strong-willed individuals with a work ethic out of this world. Although farmers make only a fraction of what a professional football player makes, God made farmers for a reason. He knew that not just any man had the characteristics to be a farmer; it takes a special individual to be a farmer.

The joys of being a farmer's wife...and I am darn proud of it!!

Why hello stranger!

Hey there! I  know, I know....I am slacking on my blogging duties! I was doing pretty good there for a while with posting new stories on a semi-regular basis but things have been just a tad interesting around here. I really thought that the winter time would keep me locked up inside with the creative juices a flowin but I was mistaken! Although I've been stuck inside more than normal, I have found myself occupying my time with other things so forgive me if you thought I fell off the side of the Earth! 

Life really has been rather quiet here in the valley. With Dan's "busy season" just around the corner I feel like I need to be spending as much time with him as I can which means putting the blogging thing on the back burner just for a bit.

Actually, our nights have been kind of funny lately. The past couple of weeks Dan and I have created a routine. After dinner, Dan and Gunner go sit in the chair by the fire place and do a little channel surfing while looking at farm equipment on the phone. As Dan does his thing, I sprawl out on the couch with the Kindle and a glass of wine in hand.
Is it sad that at the age of 22 I am trying to teach myself how to relax at night instead of checking things off my to-do list? As 9:00 rolls around I find random things to do around the house instead of winding down for the night. There is no denying the fact that I am my father's daughter! I am now left with rethinking my nightly activities since Dan informed me that he watches me circle the house 4-5 times on a daily basis in efforts of cleaning. Thankfully, I am learning this thing people call "relaxing" pretty well. I'm not sure if it's the reading, the sitting or the wine that is relaxing but all I have to say is that I am thrilled that the county finally went wet. This "relaxing" thing sure is causing my wine stash to decrease at a much quicker rate than before!  

Although its been quiet around here, a few home improvements have taken place. First and foremost, we finally broke down and bought a new refrigerator!! I never understood why people got so excited over buying new home appliances but I think I finally get it. I think I have finally hit the "adult" stage of my  life! I could have shelves that didn't lean to one side, door shelves that didn't fall when you opened the door, produce bins that pulled out, and an ice maker that actually worked. We are now proud owners of this glorious piece of appliance that I love so dearly! Life in the kitchen will never be the same!


Most adults can appreciate the replacement of any home appliance but we replaced something that I'm not sure many would get too excited over...the toilet seat! Maybe I am just weird but I have never been so excited over a $20.00 home improvement piece. As Dan and I stood in front of the toilet seat section in Wal-Mart I thought to myself, why haven't we done this months ago? There are seats that are super heavy-duty wood, the plastic that won't slam shut, the ones with cushions....so many choices!

While winter is a great time to complete some home improvement projects, I believe if Spring wanted to come a little early I wouldn't be disappointed! I am ready to get outside and get some more photography practice under my belt. Cold weather couldn't keep me inside when it came to taking some engagement pictures of my best friend Emily and her new fiance. With a temperature of 33 degrees, taking pictures became a difficult task when my fingers became so cold that I couldn't change the settings or press the button to take the shot. Emily was such a trooper though. She toughed it out in a sleeveless shirt and coat less while I wore three layers and a coat! I am super happy with how they turned out. Now I just need to find a workshop or class to take!

Hopefully the next time we meet it wont be a month down the road but I can't make any promises!

Oh the joys of being a farmer's wife...with tax season right around the corner!

The Most Wonderful Time Of Year

Well folks, January 2013 is here! It blows my mind how quickly a years’ time flies by and I haven't even hit the 30 year old mark! Kinda scary if you ask me. Due my inability to juggle a career, time with the hubby, Christmas shopping/baking/crafting, animals, etc., this blog may be rather lengthy in order to catch ya'll up to speed since Thanksgiving. Go grab a couple of those Christmas cookies that are still staring at you through the container in the corner and a tall glass of hot cocoa 'cause this may be a long night.

And the animals take over...

With the Christmas season in full swing, it was time to hit the mall and work on crossing off my Christmas gift list. Sometimes I feel as if my craftiness is a bad thing. I absolutely love making gifts for people which typically bites me in the butt. Some may think that crafting is the easy and cheap way out of gifts but let me be the first one to tell you that those people are wrong! The problem with making gifts is that it usually is pricey and extremely time consuming. I know it would be easier to just buy gifts but come on, what’s the fun in that??
So as December came in with a bang, my spare bedroom was hit by the crafting tornado!

One Wreath

Two Wreaths

As the cold weather began to take residence, Dan decided that it might be a good time to sell the herd of cattle behind our house. This particular herd was just down right crazy. No exaggeration!  This herd contained the cows that couldn't understand that a fence served a purpose. This is the same herd that we had issues with all Spring…you know, the ones that got out every other day and led us on wild cow chases. We typically don't sell the mamma cows but it was time to sell before someone got hurt. Lets face it, cows aren't the brightest animal that God put on this earth! After several attempts at rounding the herd into the pen, Dan realized that it was time to call in the professionals. A man brought his horse and a pack of dogs to show these cows/calves who was boss. For those that are interested, Black Mouth Curs are extreme cattle dogs. They would run in opposite directions forming a circle around the cows. If a cow was daring enough to run away, the dog would attach itself to the ear, nose, or neck of the cow without letting go! My horses were watching the chaos from across the road and seemed a tad concerned with their own safety!

December seemed to pass on without a second thought of slowing down. The majority of the month was spent baking and preparing for Christmas. Luckily, I was able to sneak in a little fun…photography! I had a friend that was interested in getting a few shots of her baby as well as a friend that wanted some pictures for Christmas cards. I have a lot of learning yet to do but I am enjoying this photography thing! Next stop, photography classes!

With Christmas a week away, things became a little hectic!  It just so happens that Dan’s birthday falls two days before Christmas! While trying to juggle the baking, wrapping, and finishing the gift list, we took a day to celebrate Dan’s big day! When asked where he wanted to eat, Dan’s only answer was somewhere he could get a steak! Go Figure!

Gunner was Dan’s early birthday present that he got back in November and lets just say our life hasn't been the same! Gunner is continually growing a personality. He is probably the sweetest and most affectionate dog I have seen. I believe his favorite place is sitting right in your lap. This may become an issue when he weighs 60lbs. I fear I am the one to blame for that one! So as the cold month of December continued, you could find Dan and the big boy Gunner napping on the couch! Yea…some farm dog ;) We now have enough treats and toys to last us until next Christmas thanks to the parents and grandparents buying gifts for Gunner! If this is how it is with a puppy I can’t even fathom what it would be like with an actual human child!

I have to say that I ended 2012 right! The last weekend in December was spent celebrating a friends last night out as a single woman! Although Nashville is less than 2 hours away, this was my first night on the town. We spent the day at a nail salon getting manis and pedis. For the records, I've been to a nail salon before but this one was an experience in itself. I stuck with just a mani due to the fact that I have extremely ticklish feet. I sat down at a table where my Vietnamese nail lady wore a black tank top, a black studded belt, and a sweat band on her wrist that said “Beast Mode”. Hmm…it is 30 degrees out and you are wearing a tank top and sweat band around wrist. Interesting!  So as I sat there wondering what I could possibly talk about with this "beast" of a woman, she broke the ice by asking me here I was from. I quickly informed her that I was from Western Kentucky and here for a bachelorette party. She was sitting there working extensively on my poorly manicured hands as I apologized for my unkept nails. I attempted to explain to her that I lived on a farm so keeping nice nails was a difficult task. While picking up my bottle of a pale, copper fingernail polish she quickly stated, “Simple farm girl.” It was right then that I realized that my lifestyle must be plastered right across my forehead. Yes, I am a farm girl that likes to dress in jeans, plain tops, and boots but is it that noticeable to other people? A Vietnamese woman quickly stereotyped me. Farm Girl meets The City….I feel like this could be the basis for a very interesting movie. I now know that the city is NOT for me!

As we ring in the new year, I can sit back and reminisce what all took place within a years time! I believe the top 12 of 2012 include:

1)      Closer walk with God-
I grew up in a Church. I was blessed with a religious family. I know that God is my Lord and Savior but this past year has led me down the road where I walked a little a closer to God. I have a greater understanding of what it is like to have God as your primary focus in life. Its amazing what God does when you put him first.

2)      Celebrating our first anniversary-
I have been blessed beyond belief with my husband. This was by far a “God thing”. I can’t imagine my life without Dan. He can make me smile when I am in “one of those moods”, encourages me when I am down, shows me on a daily basis that some things just aren't that important, allows me to see that sometimes you need to be a true Kentuckian and just slow down,  and he shows me that sometimes it is just easier to do something even though if it was your choice, it would be the last thing you would do. Words cannot describe our first year of marriage. Its one of those things where you can’t imagine it getting any better... and then It does!

3)      Family-
Family time is one of those things I hold close to my heart. The one thing better than having a family that you love dearly is having two! I am so blessed with my family as well as Dan’s family. Whats great is having both families (including extended family) come together and you feel like everyone has known each other for years. Although I live three hours from my family, I make it a point to remain close with everyone and do my best to put family first because what would life be like without family?

4)      Big Girl Job-
My degree was in Agricultural Business  but my career is in Construction Management…interesting! I have been blessed with a great company to work for with a bonus of only being 10minutes away from home!

5)      Dan finishing college-
Dan has officially completed his college career! After moving home in December of last year, Dan was a few classes shy of holding his degree. Dan has completed his degree requirements and go do what he does best…FARM!!

6)      Family Vacation-
I was lucky enough to spend a week in Florida with my mom’s side of the family this year. Although we had some interesting things to deal with while there, I wouldn't trade the time spent with the family for anything!

7)      First year of farming-
Dan had his first year of full-time farming. 2012 was a tough year for Dan to start out due to the major drought but thankfully, the Good Lord provided and Dan had an impressive year considering the circumstances. We were fortunate enough to be able to purchase a combine as well as a semi truck and a few other important pieces  for the farm. We thank God for allowing Dan's first year to be manageable and pray for good crops this next year.

8)      Brother gets married-
My brother finally bites the bullet and says "I Do" to his best friend. Time sure flies by! Seems like just yesterday we were racing our hermit crabs in the sandbox. Here we are both married and starting the next chapter of our lives. 

9)      Friends-
Living in a small town most definitely has its perks but the lack of people our age can be a bummer. Thankfully, Dan and I have established friendships with several married couples our age. It really helps having people to call when you want to go out even if it is just up to Coon Dog. Small Town, USA is a wonderful place but without friends, I believe I would get a tad lonely!

10)   Photography-
Buying a DSLR camera might possibly be one of the best purchases I have made. I still have a LOT to learn but there is something so amazing about capturing peoples emotions and actions that allow them to reminisce and create wonderful memories.

11)   Engagements-
2012 has been a year of engagements! One of my best friends who just so happened to be my maid of honor is newly engaged and planning a wedding in June! Another friend of mine is engaged and wedding is scheduled in just a few weeks. I am so excited for them to experience the pure bliss of marriage!

12)   GUNNER-
We lost a great dog a few months ago and he will certainly not be forgotten. Although Pete's loss was difficult, God placed one amazing puppy into our lives. Gunner has quickly stolen our hearts and is a great addition to our family!

So as we bid 2012 farewell and welcome 2013, I will leave you with some food for thought. I read this poem a while ago and feel like this is a good wish for 2013.

                                            "I wish you enough sun to keep your attitude bright.
I wish you enough rain to appreciate the sun more.
I wish you enough happiness to keep your spirit alive.
I wish you enough pain so that smalles joys in life appear much bigger.
I wish you enough gain to satisfy your wanting.
I wish you enough loss to appreciate all that you possess.
I wish you enough "Hello's" to get you through the final "Good-bye.."




To all of my friends and family, I wish you enough!

The joys of being a farmer's wife!

Gobble 'Till You Wobble!

It seems like just yesterday it was summer. Two blinks and here it is... Thanksgiving time! Crazy how time flies. 

Seeing as my family and Dan's family are three hours apart, we decided when we first got married that alternating holidays was the best way to have our cake and eat it too. Family is extremely important to us both so the holidays can be a bit tricky. This go around, Thanksgiving was celebrated in good ol' Illinois.

Due to our life on the farm, Dan and I drove up to Illinois Thanksgiving morning so all of the animals could be fed. The three hour drive is a breeze but a few key elements of Thanksgiving were missed.

My mom makes her famous Lima beans every year. You would think that after hearing my brother, dad, and myself complain every single year for about 20 years the Lima beans would be a goner....but no. For those that don't already know, Lima beans STINK terribly while cooking. I'm not sure if it was the simple fact that we weren't greeted with the smell of bacon and eggs on Thanksgiving morning but Lima beans instead. 

I can remember mom begging us to come downstairs and watch the Macy's Day Parade with her while she made her beans but who wanted to get any closer to the icky beans? At least while in bed our pillows could block some of the smell if the nose was buried just perfectly. When we couldn't take any more, downstairs we went to watch the Parade with mom then off to church we would go.

It just so happens that one year fire trucks and police cars greeted us as we got home from church. Those Lima beans caused the ruckus...or so we like to think. I guess the real reason why the fire alarm went off was due to the awful smell of the beans. Poor mother will never live this down!

Dad says Thanksgiving isn't Thanksgiving without the awful smell of the Lima beans, the watching of the Macy's Day Parade, and the driveway full of fire trucks and police cars!

Mom, if you are reading this.....your Lima beans are fantastic and Thanksgiving wouldn't be the same without them! I should have taken some beans home with me...Gunner would have loved them!

The newlyweds

Happy Grandparents

A trip home wouldn't be complete without Dan helping Dad with something. This time......the Pennsylvania Panzer!!

Growing up, Dad had a Pennsylvania Panzer. I believe it was just used for yard work but what a handy piece of machinery it was! For those of you that don't know my Dad, he NEEDS projects! This man just loves to fix up machinery rather it be an airplane, a big tractor, or a little tractor such as this. Either way, these projects keep him busy but most importantly...happy! 

One happy guy

Dan had it give it a go

The funniest thing was watching Dan run this tractor around the block. I am so used to seeing him on such large tractors that he looked funny on this little go cart of a tractor.

Following some major gobblin 'till we were wobblin, off to the Bluegrass State we went. Unfortunately for Dan he was put to work immediately! The entire Saturday was spent putting lights up and the tree!

Dan slacking or maybe just trying to get better reception

It has been one heck of a week. I was able to spend some much needed time with the family and knocked out a bunch on the to-do list. Now if only Christmas gifts would by themselves!

The joys of being a farmer's wife!

Dog...a man's best friend

Dan and I lost our dog, Pete, last week. I know to some, Pete was “just a dog” but I most certainly have to disagree.

I bought Pete as a wedding gift to Dan but more importantly, Pete's main job was to be Dan's farming buddy. 

Last summer was tough. One I don’t want to experience again. After Tucker, Dan's Grandpa passed, Dan was left farming by himself...until Pete. Little did I know, this dog would be a great farm dog!

Pete would go everywhere with Dan. He would make the trip to the John Deere store, the farm store, and even good ol’ Coon Dog where he would sit patiently in the back of the truck until Dan brought the scraps from lunch...if there was any.

Pete was famous for running the cows around the pasture, trying to attach himself to one of the horse’s tails and even chasing the rooster up the fence. This wild pup offered many great laughs.

Believe me, Pete had some ornery moments too!! If in the truck bed too long, Pete would leave a little surprise for Daniel. He would leave me with a yard full of holes where he would dig like crazy and little surprises I would find with my shoe. 

I won't ever forget the time Pete and I rolled uncontrollably down the hill straight into the fence (blog post). Or the numerous times I would take Pete to the barn with me at night because I felt like a 30 pound dog could save me from a bad guy.

The site of Pete riding up in the tractor or in the bed of Dan's truck will never be forgotten. The times I would look out the kitchen window and watch Dan and Pete playing around. The way that dog just sat and watched Dan's every move. Pure loyalty. It amazes me how attached you can get to a dog in just a years time.

The day I got the phone call that Pete was hit by a car, I cried more than I ever thought. I'm not sure if it was the fact that Pete was gone or that Dan's farming buddy was gone. Either way, it wasn't easy. 

In need of a companion, Dan and I looked at puppies right away. We are now proud owners of a 12 week Australian Shepherd puppy named Gunner. Gunner was nameless for three days just so Dan could give him the perfect name. I sure hope we don't have a nameless child for three days when that day comes...one day.

Although Pete could not be replaced, Dan needed to find another dog that he would grow to love as much as Pete. There is something about these 4 legged friends that just warm the heart.

I do have to admit, I am a proud momma! Gunner has been staying in the house with us (he was supposed to stay outside) and hasn't touched a thing! He sleeps good, eats good, and well, he pottys good too! I can't believe a 12 week old puppy sits by the door when he needs to go out! Gunner and Pete are complete opposites when it comes to personality. Pete would lick you to death while Gunner would rather you pick him up and hold him like a baby. Pete would run wild, Gunner likes to just lay down and chew on his toy.

At the end of the day I know exactly where to find Gunner...curled up in Dan's lap.

The joys of being a farmer's wife....with a new puppy!

Harvest Time

Well folks, harvest is complete for Bugg Farms! Dan had a great run! The beans actually turned out much better than we thought.  Thankfully, the combine was put to good use and held up great! 

Of course, Dan couldn’t get all of his beans out without my dad being a part of it! Bummed that the last trip down bean harvest was delayed due to rain, Dad took a rain check for the next go around with the combine. Its funny how excited Dad gets when it comes down to being on the farm and running equipment. Boys and their toys!

While the men harvested the beans, mom and I had a rather large agenda ourselves!

The farrier gave me the green light to turn Miss Annie out again and even ride!! I don’t know who was more excited…Annie for getting out of her stall after a month of being couped up in a dark dungeon or me being able to turn her out and in turn having less poo to clean out of her stall! Either way, this meant some major cleaning to “Annie Proof” the pasture.

After 4 ½ hours of pulling weed stubs and cleaning up the brush, we now have a pasture that is “Lexington Horse Farm” worthy and hopefully Annie proof! I told mom that while pulling the roots I believe I pulled my glute! Oh what I do for my horses!

To top this already great weekend, Dan shot a 10 point buck! He was pretty darn excited to get this big ol’ guy! I don't know if  he is more excited to have shot a nice buck or to not have to sit in the cold while waiting on a deer!

Oh, and for the record…the clogged sink was NOT from my lemon escapade! In fact, a lemon is a great way to freshen the garbage disposal. The real issue is the fact that we have a grease trap outside that has had 50 years of grease from a true Southern woman’s cooking. Thankfully, we know a good plumber who got us set up with much cleaner pipes.

Oh the joys of being a farmer’s wife!

When life gives you lemons what do you do?

With Dan in harvest mode, I am left doing odd jobs like raking leaves and putting away the patio furniture. I'm an outdoorsy kind of gal so I can tackle these jobs with ease, or so I thought. Thankfully, Granny offered to bring the Gator over Saturday to help move the iron furniture.

As Granny pulled up, out jumps Lucy, the little dachshund. I know Lucy well enough to know not to pick her up until she gets her excitement tinkle out. Just as soon as I bent down to pet Lucy, Pete comes running over. He begins marking his spot....right on my leg!! I love Pete but that was just wrong!

After a few minutes of an unpleasant warmth, Granny and I proceeded to take the patio furniture on the long journey from the house to the barn. By the time the rocking chairs were loaded up I happened to glance back as Granny headed towards the barn. I was left laughing hysterically. Lets see, rocking chairs in the back of a moving vehicle. 

Well the first thing you know ol Jed's a millionaire, 

Kinfolk said "Jed move away from there" 

Said "Californy is the place you ought to be" 

So they loaded up the truck and moved to Beverly. 

Hills, that is. Swimmin pools, movie stars. 

You gotta love those moments where you are left with a great mental picture such as Granny Clampett heading to Beverly Hills!

About 5 Gator loads of leaves later, it was time to head inside and do some cleaning. I decided now was a good time to clean the kitchen sink and I mean REALLY clean the sink. I found a very thorough way to clean the garbage disposal on Pinterest so I gave it a whirl. The homemade remedy included pouring baking soda along with vinegar down the drain and then running ice cubes and salt through the garbage disposal. In order to get the funky smell out, it recommended putting a half of a lemon in the garbage disposal. This is the part that didn't go as planned. I am now left with a VERY clogged kitchen sink! 

Plumber Dan has done his best at trying to fix the sink but it is now time to call in the professionals. I am thankful I have a very understanding husband! His only comment was," Well Ashley, what lesson did we learn from this?" I replied with, "Don't run lemons down the garbage disposal." He quickly corrected me. "The lesson to be learned from this is that Pinterest isn't always right!"

Well dang. 

So after my lemon episode, I thought I had my fair share of stupidity for the weekend. I was mistaken. I decided I would run my car through the car wash Sunday. As I put my money in the slot, I was prompted to select the cycle I wanted. Determined to get my $6 in before I choose the cycle, I kept ignoring the instructions. I pulled into the slot and waited as I was directed by the lights. I sat there and nothing happened. I ended up with a $6 tire spray. I am now left feeling wasteful and a car that is still dirty.

Do you ever feel like you fell out of the stupid tree and hit every branch on the way down? How about the gates are closed, lights are flashing, but the train isn't coming? Sometimes, we as humans have moments where we feel incredibly unintelligent. Moments where we are left thinking, where in the world has my common sense gone??? This is normal...I think.

Sometimes life gives you lemons. Sometimes the lemons clog the sink. Instead of making lemonade, you may just need to call out the plumber and keep waiting for that train.

The joys of being a farmer's wife...with a clogged sink and dirty Jeep!